Focuses on science competitions by describing the objectives of and strategies used in several types of school competitions. Includes, when applicable, sources of additional information on specific programs (such as the Duracell Scholarship Competition and the Junior Science and Humanities Symposium). (JN)

Suggests that the new context for school science focuses on the real world, real people, and real issues. Areas considered include current problems in science education, the need for a new context, recommendations for a K-12 science curriculum, the science/technology/society (STS) movement, and STS curricula and programs. (JN)

The Union City Schools have developed a convocation model of science enrichment seminars for gifted students. The model features regional cooperation between districts, colleges, and public and private agencies, in order to provide in-depth instruction at minimal cost. (SJL)

Describes summer science camps that provide educational opportunities that pique children's interest and expose them to new ideas. Children's feelings about their camp experience obtained through interviews indicate that they came away from camp with increased enthusiasm for and knowledge about science. Discusses ways of creating informal learning…

The Summer Institute in Science was developed to address the need for updated information and training in physics, chemistry, and technology among elementary and secondary teachers. Three major objectives addressed were to: (1) improve teachers' understanding of basic concepts in the subject field; (2) provide teachers with training in the use of…

This booklet is one of four volumes developed to make science more accessible to students with disabilities. It discusses issues in program accessibility for program directors, parents, and teachers are: (1) finding out that out-of-school science programs require a great deal of effort; and (2) having to investigate the accessibility of the site…

This document is designed to provide practical information for teaching the Biology 20-30 Program of Studies. The first section provides an overview of Biology 20, explaining the program philosophy and depth of coverage of some of the objectives. The use of concept connections and teaching a course around major science themes is described, as well…

Outlines the philosophical basis of the innovative Nigerian Secondary School Science Project, its educational objectives, the structure of its objectives, and the nature of the curriculum activities and plans of the program. (MD)

The first permanent science programming unit in United States public television will be established at a television station (WNET, channel 13) in New York City. This project (funded by a grant of $200,000 from Ciba-Geigy corporation) is briefly described, including comments on present and future science programs. (JN)

Described is an annual science bowl held in Havenscourt Junior High, Oakland, California, for ninth grade science students. Patterned after TV's "College Bowl," the science bowl involves panels of students competing to answer objective questions and practical challenges. Indirect benefits to students include increased community support and review…

A high school senior describes her adventures as part of an eight-week glacier expedition in Alaska and British Columbia. Also includes information on how to obtain unique summer enrichment opportunities for teachers and students. (ZWH)

Although Roosevelt High School (Maryland) boasted an excellent science program and award-winning teachers, colleges in neighboring states were relatively ignorant about the school. In 1985 Roosevelt High's principal, with help from a special committee, developed a distinctive brochure to advertise the school's uniqueness. (MLH)

Andy S. W. Sae shows how to stimulate interest in science by using a chemical magic show for teaching at the pre-high school level. Richard D. Barnes describes Kinderchem, a visiting science program for the elementary classroom. (JN)

A division of chemical education has been created within the chemistry department at Purdue University. The nature of chemical education, impediments to research and development in chemical education, and future directions of the division are discussed. (JN)

Describes the science program, Science Community Year, that focuses on the improvement of science learning of all students by creating a learning community within the college. Discusses program cost, effectiveness, design, and student perceptions. (ZWH)